1977 Mazda 929 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1977 Mazda 929 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 36 kg more than 1977 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Corona (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda 929 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 929 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
